The green shift with electrification of transport and the growth of new, green industry means increased electricity consumption, and grid companies across Norway are reporting a record number of applications for grid connection. Grid capacity is becoming a scarce resource. There is a need to reinforce and build new grids, but it is also possible to utilise existing and new grids more efficiently.
Flexibility can be used to improve the utilization of existing grid and as an alternative to grid investments.
A more proactive grid operation is necessary, where flexibility is included.
Work performed
7 Norwegian DSOs have been interviewed.
Data from the interviews are analysed and described in a common report from Energi Norge and CINELDI.
Significant results
Potentials and barriers are grouped into four categories namely Culture, Knowledge, Customer awareness and Communication systems.
Impact for distribution system innovation
Increased utilization of flexibility in both planning and operation of the distribution grid.
